Matkora Kham - Joura, Morena
Matkora Kham is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Ghuraiya Basai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matkora Kham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matkora Kham is 452384. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Morena is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Matkora Kham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matkora Kham
According to the 2011 Census, Matkora Kham village had a total population of 795 people, including 439 males and 356 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.74%, with male literacy at 80.83% and female literacy at 44.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 439 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 291 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 148 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Matkora Kham
Matkora Kham is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaneta | North | 2.36 km |
| Ghuraiya Basai | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Pahawali | West | 2.77 km |
| Garhikheda | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Silaytha | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Saharana | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Ata | West | 4.39 km |
| Dompura | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Lohgarh | East | 4.63 km |
| Daurawali | East | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matkora Kham
Matkora Kham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ambikeshwar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morena to Matkora Kham is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matkora Kham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matkora Kham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matkora Kham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matkora Kham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matkora Kham
Where is Matkora Kham located?
Matkora Kham village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matkora Kham?
The Gram Panchayat of Matkora Kham is Ghuraiya Basai.
What is the pincode of Matkora Kham?
The pincode of Matkora Kham is 476221.
What is the population of Matkora Kham?
Matkora Kham had a total population of 795, including 439 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Matkora Kham?
Matkora Kham had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkora Kham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkora Kham was 64.74%. Male literacy was 80.83% and female literacy was 44.13%.